Today in History: Abraham Lincoln wins presidency

On Nov. 6, 1860, former Illinois congressman Abraham Lincoln of the Republican Party was elected president of the United States as he defeated John…

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1. Today in History: Abraham Lincoln wins presidency

   Chicago Tribune · 2026-11-06 09:30 UTC

   On Nov. 6, 1860, former Illinois congressman Abraham Lincoln of the Republican Party was elected president of the United States as he defeated John Breckinridge, John Bell and Stephen Douglas.

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